1980s Hand Painted Roberto Cavalli Leather Jacket designer-vicky-tiel The top is cut caftan-like

The top is cut caftan-like and is a draped confection of silk embellished with pearls and beads

The front is very simple with the detailing left to those huge buttons on the  front of the waist

A bit of thinning to the fabric along the top shoulder fold I do not feel like these distract

Even at the time his hats cost from $37 to $1000

1980s Hand Painted Roberto Cavalli Leather Jacket designer-vicky-tiel The top is cut caftan-likeAlthough he is known now for his fantastic silk jersey gowns and elaborate prints, Roberto Cavalli is at heart a textile designer. Very early in his career he invented a process where he was able to transfer prints and paints onto leather and became known for his leather work after his first collection was presented in 1972. This is an early piece from those days when he concentrated on leather and suede and it is quite fabulous. The entire jacket is